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A business is considering sponsoring a local youth sports team. Which outcome is the LEAST likely to directly contribute to improved community relations?
A business is considering sponsoring a local youth sports team. Which outcome is the LEAST likely to directly contribute to improved community relations?
- An increase in short-term sales due to a promotional campaign linked to the sponsorship. (correct)
- Positive media coverage of the sponsorship and the team's activities.
- Increased brand visibility among families in the community.
- Enhanced employee morale and team-building through volunteering at team events.
A major manufacturing company experiences an accidental chemical spill that causes environmental damage to a nearby river. Which of the following actions would be MOST effective in mitigating the negative impact on the company's reputation and community relations?
A major manufacturing company experiences an accidental chemical spill that causes environmental damage to a nearby river. Which of the following actions would be MOST effective in mitigating the negative impact on the company's reputation and community relations?
- Quickly implementing a comprehensive cleanup effort, funding local environmental restoration projects, and offering support to affected residents. (correct)
- Hiring a public relations firm to downplay the severity of the spill and shift blame to external factors.
- Delaying public acknowledgment of the spill until the full extent of the damage can be assessed.
- Issuing a press release emphasizing the company's previous record of environmental responsibility.
According to the 80:20 rule, which strategy would be MOST effective for a business aiming to maximize customer-related revenue?
According to the 80:20 rule, which strategy would be MOST effective for a business aiming to maximize customer-related revenue?
- Equally distributing marketing efforts across all customer segments.
- implementing a mass marketing strategy.
- Focusing primarily on acquiring new customers through broad advertising campaigns.
- Concentrating efforts on retaining and nurturing the top 20% of customers who generate 80% of the revenue. (correct)
A local business decides to reduce its workforce due to economic downturn. Which of the following actions would likely have the MOST positive impact on maintaining its image within the community?
A local business decides to reduce its workforce due to economic downturn. Which of the following actions would likely have the MOST positive impact on maintaining its image within the community?
A company is considering different strategies to improve its relationship with its customers. Which of the following strategies is most likely to foster a long-term and mutually beneficial relationship?
A company is considering different strategies to improve its relationship with its customers. Which of the following strategies is most likely to foster a long-term and mutually beneficial relationship?
Which stakeholder group is primarily concerned with job security, career advancement, and financial stability derived directly from the business's operations?
Which stakeholder group is primarily concerned with job security, career advancement, and financial stability derived directly from the business's operations?
How do the interests of owners and managers typically diverge in a large public listed company compared to a sole proprietorship?
How do the interests of owners and managers typically diverge in a large public listed company compared to a sole proprietorship?
How might a business's relationship with its suppliers affect its overall success, and what primary interest do suppliers have in this relationship?
How might a business's relationship with its suppliers affect its overall success, and what primary interest do suppliers have in this relationship?
What action might a union take if employees feel their workplace safety concerns are being ignored by management?
What action might a union take if employees feel their workplace safety concerns are being ignored by management?
What is the significance of an owner's Return on Investment (ROI), and how does it influence their decisions regarding the business?
What is the significance of an owner's Return on Investment (ROI), and how does it influence their decisions regarding the business?
A local business is expanding its operations, causing increased traffic and noise in the surrounding residential area. Which stakeholder group is MOST directly affected, and what would be their likely concerns?
A local business is expanding its operations, causing increased traffic and noise in the surrounding residential area. Which stakeholder group is MOST directly affected, and what would be their likely concerns?
An employee is highly motivated to climb the corporate ladder and seeks increased responsibilities and higher pay. How might this employee demonstrate their interest to the management?
An employee is highly motivated to climb the corporate ladder and seeks increased responsibilities and higher pay. How might this employee demonstrate their interest to the management?
A business is facing financial difficulties due to changing market conditions. How might this situation affect the various stakeholders differently?
A business is facing financial difficulties due to changing market conditions. How might this situation affect the various stakeholders differently?
Flashcards
Positive Community Impact
Positive Community Impact
Financial gifts, sponsorships to local groups, employee volunteering.
Negative Community Impact
Negative Community Impact
Clearing land, pollution, or job losses.
Why Invest in Community Relations?
Why Invest in Community Relations?
To enhance reputation and protect against negative impact.
Customer Interests
Customer Interests
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80:20 Rule in Sales
80:20 Rule in Sales
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Stakeholder
Stakeholder
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Owners
Owners
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Return on Investment (ROI)
Return on Investment (ROI)
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Managers
Managers
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Owners (vs. Managers)
Owners (vs. Managers)
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Employees
Employees
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Union
Union
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Suppliers
Suppliers
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Study Notes
- A stakeholder is an individual or group with a vested interest in a business's actions.
- Examples of stakeholders include competitors, employees, owners, managers, the general community, and suppliers.
Owners
- Owners are interested in a business's success from both a financial and personal reputation standpoint.
- Owners' interests vary depending on the type of business.
- Owners are generally concerned with their return on investment (ROI).
- ROI measures the financial gain from a business compared to the amount invested.
- Owners are likely to be deeply invested in the business.
Managers
- Managers are interested in a business's success for job security, financial reasons, and personal reputation.
- Managers are likely to be deeply invested in the business.
- Owners invest money and own the business, while managers run the business daily.
- In businesses like sole proprietorships, owners and managers can be the same person.
- In public listed companies, owners and managers are typically separate.
- Managers are employed by the business, impacting their job security.
Employees
- Employees are interested in a business's success for job security, financial reasons, career development, and personal reputation.
- Employees are likely to be deeply invested in the business.
- Employees' motivations and interests in the business vary.
- Some employees may prioritize job security, while others seek career advancement.
- Employees may express their interest in the business through requests such as asking for a pay raise.
- A union represents employees' interests and has a vested interest in the business's operations.
- Employees can express concerns to a union if they feel unheard.
Suppliers
- Suppliers are interested in a business's success from a financial and reputation perspective.
- Suppliers are likely to be strongly invested in the business.
General Community
- The general community is interested in a business's success due to its indirect effects.
- The general community is likely to be less heavily invested in the business unless a negative consequence occurs.
- Positive effects of a business on the general community can include:
- Financial donations/sponsorships to local clubs.
- Investment of employees’ time/skills in local projects.
- Employment opportunities.
- Negative effects of a business on the general community can include:
- Land clearance.
- Pollution, environmental damage, and oil spills.
- Unemployment can lead to ripple effects throughout the economy.
- Businesses invest in positive community relations to:
- Build a positive image/reputation.
- Create goodwill in case of negative events, minimizing reputational damage.
Customers
- Customers are interested in a business's success for consumption purposes
- Customers desire high-quality goods and services at reasonable prices that meet their needs.
- Customers can have varying levels of investment and loyalty.
- The 80:20 rule states that 80% of sales come from 20% of customers.
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Explore the roles and interests of owners and managers as key stakeholders in a business. Understand their motivations related to financial returns, job security, and reputation. Learn how their involvement impacts business success.
